FLOSS Weekly Episode 792: Rust Coreutils
Jul 17, 2024
Sylvestre Ledru discusses rewriting core utilities in Rust with FLOSS Weekly hosts. Topics include security benefits, packaging challenges for Linux distros, dependency risks, contribution opportunities, and future enhancements like progress bars.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Evolution and Benefits of Rewriting Core Utilities in Rust
01:41 • 22min
Packaging Rust Software for Different Linux Distributions
23:32 • 14min
Rust Dependencies and Security Risks
37:34 • 16min
Encouraging Contribution and Project Details
53:24 • 2min
Discussion on Scripting Languages, Text Editors, and New Language Developments
55:18 • 2min
Future Enhancements and Progress Bars in Rust Coreutils
57:35 • 4min